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The Mayan people of Central America and Mexico had a cacao god named Ek Chuah, whom they honored with a festival each April. Along with the usual animal sacrifices, how did they celebrate the happy occasion?
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By exchanging gifts
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The Mayans honored Ek Chuah, their cacao deity, with annual festivals in April that included animal sacrifices. Historical records confirm that gift-giving, often involving cacao beans and related items, was a central part of these celebrations. Options A and B describe practices not associated with this particular festival, while D refers to theatrical performances not documented in this context.